Spring Skiing Safari: Slather on the Sunscreen for a Cross-Border Spree

Too many folks store their skis in March. I consider spring skiing the reward for braving frigid temps and blustery winds. Give me sunshine,...
map showing the path of Great American Eclipse in Maine as created by Michael Zeiler, GreatAmericanEclipse.com

Experience the Great American Eclipse in Maine

The Great American Eclipse in Maine passes over some of the state's deepest wilderness, darkest skies, and best outdoor recreation areas on April 8,...
The Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City

What to see & do in Quebec City, plus where to eat & sleep

Wondering what to see and do in Quebec City? I can help. Since I live in Maine, I consider Quebec City as my extended...

Driving in Ireland: A wee bit up the road and other lies

I was just beginning to relax, just beginning to loosen my white-knuckled grip on the steering wheel and allow myself a quick sideways glance...
Exterior view of the Acqua Dome Wellness Hotel's Spa 3000.

Aqua Dome Wellness Hotel: Ski, Spa & Savor Austria’s Alps

Austria’s Aqua Dome wellness hotel is just the ticket after a day of skiing at nearby Sölden or Obergurgl/Hochgurgl. The hotel spa’s indoor and...
Santa Sunday takes place Sunday Dec. 10

Sunday River’s double header: Barker 6 & Santa Sunday

Sunday River, home of the longest, steepest, widest trail and the fastest eight-passenger lift is adding another superlative. When the new Barker 6 chairlift ascending from...

Quirky museums: fun, focused, offbeat favorites

I love quirky museums and often stumble upon them when traveling. Some are small, out-of-the-way curiosities with intriguing exhibits focused on one topic. Others...
Bigfoot at the international Cryptozoology Museum, one of Maine's best quirky museums

Maine’s Best Quirky Museums & Offbeat Sights

Like most states, Maine has plentiful art museums, transportation museums, and historical sights. But it also has some of the best quirky museums and...
Mohegan Island's hilltop Keeper's House and bell

Monhegan Island: a time capsule of American Art movements and styles

Delve into the history of American art on Monhegan Island. This rugged, remote, and mostly roadless island sits roughly 10 miles off mid-coast Maine....
Sailing, like whitewater rafting, canoeing, hiking, and birding, are just a few examples of some great Maine summer adventures. ©Hilary Nangle

Vacation bucket list: 10 terrific Maine summer outdoor adventures

Ready to play? Spice up your life by adding one or more of these 10, made-for-the-memory-books Maine summer outdoor adventures to your travel plans....
Waldo Emerson Inn, kennebunk maine

Maine summer 2023: new or changed

Wondering what's new or changed for Maine summer 2023. I can help with that. One thing that's constant is change. Properties change hands, restaurants...
View from a car approaching to board The Cat ferryvideo

Traveling between Maine & Nova Scotia aboard The Cat ferry

The Cat Ferry is back. This 3.5-hour cruise aboard a high-speed catamaran makes traveling easy between Bar Harbor, Maine, and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. And...
Surfside

Maine’s Vinalhaven Island: day trip or overnight

Vinalhaven island makes a wonderful day trip. It's also great way to escape a heat wave. Not only is the ferry ride a nice...

Top 10: Best of Rockland, Maine

  Wondering where to start when it comes to the finding the best of Rockland? Right here. Rockland rocks. Named a Distinctive Destination by the National...
This year's Boothbay Harbor Windjammer Festival celebrates working women on the waterfront.

Windjammer Days 2022 honors 16 Maine women on the waterfront

Boothbay Harbor — The 2022 Windjammer Days festival celebrates working women on the waterfront. Sixty years ago, Captain Marion Dash, the first female boat...